Translation guide
A philosophical system that emphasizes empirical evidence and scientific methods as the basis for knowledge.
実証主義
positivism (philosophy)
The theory that knowledge is derived from sensory experience and logical analysis.
Standard term for positivism in philosophy.
実証主義は19世紀にフランスで生まれた。
Positivism originated in France in the 19th century.
Loanword from English, used in academic contexts.
彼の研究はポジティヴィズムに基づいている。
His research is based on positivism.
An attitude that values facts and observable data over speculation.
Describes a mindset focused on empirical verification.
彼は実証的な考え方を持っている。
He has a positivist way of thinking.
Emphasizes reliance on experience, similar to empiricism.
その科学者は経験主義的な態度を貫いた。
The scientist maintained a positivist attitude.
In everyday conversation, Japanese speakers rarely use '実証主義'. Instead, they might describe someone as 'データを重視する' (data-oriented) or '科学的に考える' (thinking scientifically).